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1. How long does a smoke detector last?

Typically a smoke detector will last 6-8 years. Check the back of your smoke detector to find the manufacturing date.

2. What is ALFPD’s ISO Rating, Class 3.

What does this mean? This is an insurance rating used to determine the premium for fire insurance on your place of residence or your building used for a business. ISO analyzes the relevant data and assigns a number from 1 to 10. A Class 1 generally represents superior property fire protection, and Class 10 indicates that the area's fire suppression program does not meet ISO's minimum criteria.

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1. Where can I go to have a child car seat installed?

For an up-to-date list of installation providers please consult this list. List of Car Seat Installation Facilities

2. Does the Fire Department take expired medications?

The Algonquin-Lake in the Hills FPD does not take expired medications. Please refer to the 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory Green Guide for a list of businesses that take expired medication. 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory

3. Where can I dispose of old anti-freeze or gasoline?

The Algonquin-Lake in the Hills FPD does not take old anti-freeze or gasoline. Please refer to the 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory Green Guide for a list of businesses that take old anti-freeze or gasoline. 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory

4. Where can I take old fire extinguishers?

The Algonquin-Lake in the Hills FPD does not take old fire extinguishers. Please go to the 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory Green Guide for a list of businesses that take old fire extinguishers. 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory

5. Where can I take needles, syringes, and medical waste?

The Algonquin-Lake in the Hills FPD does not take needles, syringes, or medical waste. Please refer to the 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory Green Guide for a list of businesses that will take medical waste. 2015 McHenry County Recycling Directory